A 25-year-old primigravida is in the first stage of labor.She and her husband have been holding hands and breathing together through each contraction.Suddenly the woman pushes her husband's hand away and shouts,"Don't touch me!" What action by the nurse is most appropriate?
A) Reassure the husband this is normal in the transition phase.
B) Ask the woman if she needs some pain medication.
C) Call the anesthesia provider for an epidural block.
D) Ask the husband to leave the room for a few minutes.

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Quizplus · Accepted Answer

The trAnswerition phase of labor is often associated with an abrupt change in behavior,including increased anxiety and irritability.The woman may or may not need pain medication or an epidural,but the husband should be reassured.There is no need for the husband to be asked to leave.

A 25-Year-Old Primigravida Is in the First Stage of Labor